Course Facts: The novel MSc Sustainable Resource
Management: Policy and Practice is a multidisciplinary approach to environmental sustainability devised by National University
Galway Ireland and University of Limerick to respond to the continuing interest among students in an environmental and resource management programme and the market demand for graduates with more applied knowledge of the environmental sector. Strongly research led, this programme is unique in that it combines the expertise of both institutions in relation to urban form and function and landscape evaluation and management for conservation in a jointly awarded
MSc postgraduate degree.
APPLICATION PROCESS
For more information on how to apply and application forms contact:
Postgraduate Admissions Office
Graduate School, Foundation Building
University of Limerick
Tel: +353 61 234377
Fax: +353 61 233287
Email: Postgradadmissions@ul.ie
Website: www.graduateschool.ul.ie
Course level: Taught Masters 90 ECTS
Duration: 12 months. Semester 1 comprises 3 modules taught in
NUI Galway; Semester 2 comprises 4 modules taught at
University of Limerick. Students undertake a research project at either NUI Galway or University of Limerick during Semester 3. Students will graduate with a jointly awarded degree.
Entry Graduates with a primary degree in Environmental
Requirements: Sciences/Economics/Engineering or Geography/
Ecology/Biological Sciences who wish to extend their knowledge and skills for a career related to resource management. Candidates must hold at least a 2nd Class
Honours primary degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Mature students with relevant experience are most welcome to apply. Selection of candidates is based on examination records and relevant past experience.
Course
Directors:
Professor Richard Moles, U.L.
Dr Mike Gormally, NUI Galway
Fees: €6,815 (EU) €13,750 (non-EU).
Log onto www.nuigalway.ie/fees or www.ul.ie/finance/fees.php for fees updates.
Closing date: Further details on closing dates can be found at www.ul.ie/mscsrm
How to Apply: Apply online at www.graduateschool.ul.ie. Follow the links for Postgraduate study, Faculty of Science &
Engineering. You can track the status of your application at all stages.
www.ul.ie/mscsrm | www.nuigalway.ie/sustainable-resource-management

This programme brings together theory, policy and practice to provide participants with the skills, knowledge and experience that are needed to pursue successful careers in managing environmental resources sustainably. This course combines scene setting lectures by experts (including guest seminars), site visits and experiential learning to encourage students to adopt an informed, creative, innovatory and entrepreneurial approach to problem solving. As the course is structured around research in both institutions that is strongly linked to decision makers in industry and government organisations, it will develop graduates with necessary skills in identifying and evaluating solutions for real world problems.
Certified results for all qualifications mentioned on your application form
- English language qualification if English is not your first language
- Certified English translation of your transcripts/certificates where the originals are in a language other than English
- Your birth certificate and/or copy of your passport.
All documents can be uploaded with your application form.
Once you have submitted your application form, you will not be able to go back and upload your documents at a later stage. Please name each document that you upload appropriately e.g. reference, CV, degree award etc.

Module ECTS Description
Number & Credits
Subject Name
NUI Galway
1. Ecosystem 10
Assessment
Appraise geology, hydrology, soils & biodiversity, to undertake ecosystem assessments.
2. Biodiversity and Conservation
3. Environmental
Problems and
Solutions
10
10
Assess nature conservation legislation, policy and practices in Ireland.
Critique and develop innovative solutions to real environmental problems.
4. Material and
Energy Flows
5. Urban Form and Transport
6. Urban Household
Sustainability
7. Sustainable
Life-cycle
Engineering
8. Research Project
Duration: 3 months
9
9
6
6
30
University of Limerick
Review attributes of material and energy flows within urban systems.
Evaluate impacts of urban form and transport on the environment.
Analyse attributes of household consumption and explore household sustainability.
Judge policies and design approaches to tackle problems facing the electronics sector.
Either location
Subject area:
Environmental sustainability or resource management.
Semester
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
3
Many opportunities exist within the greening of the economy as governments, NGOs and companies work to meet environmental targets set within international agreements. Graduates will acquire translational and multidisciplinary skills in the environmental entrepreneurship and sustainability sector enabling them to take on managerial roles within an industrial / corporate setting, or within a regulatory body or consultancy firm. Careers such as Sustainability Officers,
Ecological Consultants, and Environmental Advisors exist within public and private sectors in Ireland and elsewhere.
In addition, opportunities for further research exist.
Type in
Semester
Continuous 1
Assessment
Continuous
Assessment
Continuous
Assessment
1
1
Continuous
Assessment
Continuous
Assessment
Continuous
Assessment
Continuous
Assessment
2
2
2
2
Written report
3

“This MSc gives students a detailed insight into the natural and built environment and the all-important interactions between both, across a wide variety of important subject areas that are increasingly relevant in commercial, conservation, industrial and public policy fields.”
Brian Keville,
Company Director /Senior Environmental Consultant
McCarthy Keville O’Sullivan Ltd., Galway
“Graduates of this MSc will be able to apply accumulated knowledge to assist SMEs and local authorities implement a strategic framework for sustainable resource management and to move forward in all aspects of environmental sustainability.”
Dick Whelan,
Managing Director, Almir Business Ltd, Limerick.
Find out more about the course or course enquiries:
Programme Co-ordinator,
Dr Caitriona Carlin,
Room 206, Applied Ecology Unit,
Centre for Environmental Science,
School of Natural Sciences, NUI Galway
Tel: + 353 (0) 91 493 863
E: caitriona.carlin@nuigalway.ie
or caitriona.carlin@ul.ie